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OUR NEWS Neighbourhood Watch newsletter – December 2022 EDITION
OUR NEWS – Neighbourhood Watch national newsletter for England and Wales
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Welcome to our December OUR NEWS – the final newsletter for 2022. Yes, we hear you… it is not December just yet… but we wanted to get this to you in good time.
We know that everyone is under increasing financial pressure at the moment, which is why this edition highlights how to stay more protected this season whilst shopping online.
We are also pleased to bring you a selection of discounts from our corporate partners on a variety of door locks and cyber protection software, along with a 50% discount on Neighbourhood Watch branded tote bags and pin badges – ideal gifts for Coordinators. Please note that we do not want to increase pressure to purchase items but to ease the financial pressure on you.
If you are impacted by the cost of living and need some extra support, be that in financial support, money-saving tips; steps to avoid becoming a victim of crime, or support to help reduce loneliness and isolation, please visit our dedicated cost-of-living support pages on our website. The link is in the newsletter.
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Neighbourhoood Watch Network is a charity registered in England & Wales, CIO no: 1173349
VSI Alliance Update 25 November 2022
VSI Alliance News & Events
Newsflash from the Voluntary Sector Infrastructure (VSI) Alliance team
Read the latest updates from the VSI alliance. You will find information on local events and available training, job opportunities and volunteering options. The newsletter also highlights current campaigns and consultations.
About VSI Alliance:
All staff at the VSI Alliance are available remotely to support you and your organisation at this time with various aspects of your work, along with providing key information and resources. For support/advice, please contact info@vsialliance.org.uk, or visit www.vsialliance.org.uk for more contact details.
VSI Alliance Update 18 November 2022
VSI Alliance News & Events
Newsflash from the Voluntary Sector Infrastructure (VSI) Alliance team
Read the latest updates from the VSI alliance. You will find information on local events and available training, job opportunities and volunteering options. The newsletter also highlights current campaigns and consultations.
About VSI Alliance:
All staff at the VSI Alliance are available remotely to support you and your organisation at this time with various aspects of your work, along with providing key information and resources. For support/advice, please contact info@vsialliance.org.uk, or visit www.vsialliance.org.uk for more contact details.
Bertie’s Top Tips for a warmer, healthier home – Calderdale Council
Save money on your energy bills now!
If you live in Calderdale, you could be eligible for FREE* home improvements to increase the efficiency of your property.
The Housing & Green Economy team of Calderdale Council are at hand to help you keep warm and find affordable solutions to reduce your energy bills and live cost effectively.
They have information on available schemes and grants to improve your home, including boiler grants and cavity or loft insulation.
For more information, please contact the Housing and Green Economy team on 01422 392199
*CALL TO ACTION* VSI Alliance VCSE Winter Directory 2022/23
The VSI Alliance are producing a Calderdale Winter Directory of all the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector support and services available to individuals over the Winter months. This may be promoting part of your regular service delivery or it may be Winter specific work the VCSE are providing.As examples, the Winter Directory is aiming to include information on Mental Health Support, Wellbeing Sessions, Physical Activity, Food Support Services, Social Groups etc.The directory has a very tight turnaround to collate the information so apologies for the short deadline for information. To include your organisation or specific service, please complete the Microsoft Form via the link below by Friday 2nd December 2022.https://forms.office.com/r/W1DWrhUupgIf you wish to discuss further, please email emma.worsley@cvac.org.uk
VSI Alliance Update 11 November 2022
VSI Alliance News & Events
Newsflash from the Voluntary Sector Infrastructure (VSI) Alliance team
Read the latest updates from the VSI alliance. You will find information on local events and available training, job opportunities and volunteering options. The newsletter also highlights current campaigns and consultations.
About VSI Alliance:
All staff at the VSI Alliance are available remotely to support you and your organisation at this time with various aspects of your work, along with providing key information and resources. For support/advice, please contact info@vsialliance.org.uk, or visit www.vsialliance.org.uk for more contact details.
Carers Rights Day Event November 25 with Making Space
The event is taking place on Friday 25th November 10am-12.30pm at Brighouse Central Methodist Church. The event is a market place information and advice session and our theme is planning for the future.
We will have stalls from solicitors, funeral directors, home care providers, gateway to care and much more.
Carers can access both refreshments and a warm lunch on the day.
Carers do not need to book.
We would also welcome professionals to attend.
For more information please contact the Carers Wellbeing Service on 01422 363101
Calderdale Forum 50 Plus Newsletter – November’s news & upcoming events
Calderdale Forum 50+ newsletter has current, useful information for the over 50s population of Calderdale and more. You will find a list of activities, helpful resources and coverage of current events.
Read the newest from Calderdale Forum 50+ on their website
Calderdale Forum 50 Plus
13 Savile Road
Halifax HX1 2BA
e: info@calderdaleforum50plus.com
https://calderdaleforum50plus.com
VSI Alliance Update 04 November 2022
VSI Alliance News & Events
Newsflash from the Voluntary Sector Infrastructure (VSI) Alliance team
Read the latest updates from the VSI alliance. You will find information on local events and available training, job opportunities and volunteering options. The newsletter also highlights current campaigns and consultations.
About VSI Alliance:
All staff at the VSI Alliance are available remotely to support you and your organisation at this time with various aspects of your work, along with providing key information and resources. For support/advice, please contact info@vsialliance.org.uk, or visit www.vsialliance.org.uk for more contact details.
Advice Drop In Sessions for Women dealing with Domestic Abuse at the Women Centre
Free Drop In sessions for Women every Wednesday 10-12noon at the Women Centre.
These drop-in sessions focus on:
- Domestic abuse support
- Safety advice
- Link to legal advice
VENUE : WomenCentre 23 Silver Street, Halifax, HX1 1JN
Please note: WomenCentre is a female only space.
Men can call 01422 323339 to make an appointment with a male victim support worker and can arrange a suitable venue at that time.
For more information or to make an appointment please call us.
Calls are answered between 9am & 5pm. There is a voicemail facility to leave a message at other times
For anyone 16 and over, female or male who has experienced any form of Domestic Abuse, Calderdale Staying Safe can be of assistance.
Our service is free and confidential, regardless of sexual orientation, gender, disability, religion or ethnic origin.
A diverse, experienced and skilled staff of female and male advisers is here to listen and where necessary, signpost you to the right organisations.
If English isn’t your first language, we may have advisers who can speak your language or access a team of interpreters.
You do not have to suffer in silence
Calderdale Staying Safe, Women Making Changes and Calderdale Counselling Team
Telephone: 01422 323339
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